Changing Batteries; Replacing The Battery - Gateway 200ARC Reference Manual

Changing batteries

Replacing the battery

Warning
Danger of explosion if
battery is incorrectly
replaced.
Replace only with a
battery specifically
manufactured for your
Gateway notebook.
Discard used batteries
according to local
hazardous material
regulations.
The battery used in this
device may present a
fire or chemical burn
hazard if mishandled.
Do not disassemble,
heat above 212°F
(100°C), or incinerate.
Dispose of used
battery promptly. Keep
away from children.
Caution
If your notebook is
connected to an AC
outlet, you can change
the battery while the
notebook is turned on.
If your notebook is not
plugged into an AC
outlet, you must turn
the notebook off while
changing the battery
or you will lose any
unsaved data.
To replace the battery:
If your notebook is on and is connected
1
directly to AC power, go to
-OR-
If your notebook is on and is not plugged
into an AC outlet, save your work and turn
off the notebook.
Close the LCD panel.
2
Turn your notebook over so the bottom is
3
facing up.
Press in the small square button on the
4
battery release latch, slide the latch in the
direction shown, then slide the battery out
of your notebook.
Slide a recharged battery into your
5
.
notebook until it snaps into place.
Slide the battery lock to the locked
6
position.
Turn your notebook over.
7
Open the LCD panel and press the power
8
button.
Changing batteries
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